The Counting On couple announced the birth of their son through PEOPLE, telling the outlet, “We are blessed beyond measure with the arrival of our son. Looking at our child for the first time was such an incredible moment! God is so good, and we are so thankful.”

Fans of the reality TV cast members offered their congratulations to the couple and complimented Gideon’s “healthy” size.

"Congrats! Precious beautiful baby," one fan of the reality show wrote. Another added, "What a beautiful family!"

"Absolutely delighted for you. Gorgeous name and what a great weight! Healthy bouncing boy!" a joyful follower wrote.

“We’re so happy and thankful to announce that we’re expecting a baby!” Joy-Anna, 20, told PEOPLE at the time. “Every child is such a precious gift from God. I’m most looking forward to watching Austin as a dad and raising children together with him.”